\nFebruary'\;s Early Edition is a special one!
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\nTo celebrate Black History Month we will hear from three local leaders in the literary industry. They will share their perspectives on their work\, its interactions with our southeast Michigan community\, and what to expect as this market grows. This will be a panel sharing real-life experiences of Black small business creation and growth in a sector that combines arts and entertainment with significant economic impact.
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\nJoin us to hear from:
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\nElle Wright\, local author\, born and raised in Southeast Michigan\, learned the importance of reading from her mother\, turning her dreams into reality.
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\nCarlos Franklin\, owner\, Black Stone Bookstore &\; Cultural \;Center
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\nMarsalis Higgs\, local author\, founder of \;Paraphernalia\, and deputy editor of \;WAVES
\n\nThe A2Y Chamber Early Edition breakfast'\;s interactive format brings the business and community leaders together to learn about industry leaders and issues facing the Ann Arbor &\; Ypsilanti community. Early Edition will be held the 3rd Wednesday of each of month at Weber'\;s Boutique Hotel &\; Restaurant. \;